Cindy
boy nameCindy entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #1318 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1946–2025
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rank today
#1318
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3437 |
| 1950s | #2252 |
| 1960s | #1797 |
| 1970s | #2859 |
| 1980s | #2905 |
| 1990s | #5135 |
| 2000s | #10556 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Cindy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cindy alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cindy in 2025?
- Cindy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cindy most popular?
- Cindy peaked in 1957, reaching #1318 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cindy with classmates?
- Cindy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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